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WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Health Information Technology 118B
Course Description and Outline


HIT 118B: Language of Medicine


2007-2008
Credits 3
Schedule of Classes Fall 2008
Spring 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Health Information Technology
Academic Division Nursing and Allied Health
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
Programs of Study This course can be found in the following programs of study:
I : Catalog Course Description
Applies medical language by body system and appropriate use within the accepted nomenclature and classification systems. This course is designed to meet professional program requirements.
II : Course Objectives

Upon completion of course, students are expected to know the following:

    • • Identify and define the word parts most frequently used with the major body systems and specialties.
    • • Properly spell, define, and pronounce medical terms associated with each body system studied.
    • • Define unfamiliar medical terms by analyzing the word parts and verifying the definition in a medical dictionary.
    • • Use the Internet to locate information about specific medical conditions, procedures, and research.
    • • Identify pathological conditions common to the body systems studied in this course.
    • • Identify diagnostic and surgical procedures common to the body systems studied in this course.
  • These objectives will be achieved through a combination of written, reading, and listening exercises, which utilizes a multi sensory approach to learning. Whenever possible, material is presented in context, as it is used in the medical environment.
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Linkage of Course to Educational Program Mission Outcomes.

MISSION - This course is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a chosen field of study.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES - Students who complete programs in occupational areas are expected to demonstrate that they:

Know
• The subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of the degree.

Are Able To
• Acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement.
• Present themselves effectively to a potential employer.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills appropriate resources to remain current in the chosen occupational field.


Have Developed
• An appreciation of the importance of social, ethical, legal and diversity issues.

Sections II and III were prepared on April 22, 2008. Please contact the Nursing and Allied Health division for more information.
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